Contract Specialist - REMOTE

Descartes Unites the People and Technology that Move the World The need for efficient, secure, and agile supply chains and logistics operations has become ever more critical and complex. By combining innovative technology, powerful trade intelligence and the reach of our network, Descartes helps get goods, information, transportation assets, and people where they’re needed, when they’re needed.

We’re one of the most broadly deployed logistics and supply chain technology companies in the world. More than 26,000 customers around the globe use our cloud-based solutions to transform the way they move inventory and information to enhance productivity, better serve customers, thrive competitively, keep pace with evolving regulations, and respond to rapidly changing market conditions. With record financial performance for more than 16 years, we lead the industry in innovation investment. Every deal at Descartes eventually becomes a contract. As part of the Legal team, the Contract Administration Specialist transforms commercial commitments into well-structured agreements that support both revenue growth and sound legal practices. You’ll work closely with Sales, Global Sales Operations, Finance, and Legal to keep contracts moving efficiently from draft to signature.
Draft customer and partner agreements—including SaaS subscriptions, software licenses, amendments, renewals, and additional orders—using established templates so deals close efficiently and without unnecessary delays.
Ensure all contracts follow Descartes’ contracting policies and procedures and are fully executed using approved processes and e-signature platforms.
Partner with Sales, Professional Services, Finance, and Legal to address contract questions and keep agreements progressing smoothly.
Contract Operations Improve Over Time
Contract Administration & Drafting

• Experience preparing and managing commercial agreements such as SaaS subscriptions, software license agreements, amendments, renewals, and related documentation
• Strong ability to interpret and apply contract terms using established templates
• Excellent written communication and document drafting skills

Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, SharePoint, Teams, PowerPoint; basic Excel)

~Experience with Dynamics 365 or other CRM platforms, DocuSign or other e-signature tools, and SAP or similar ERP systems is an asset

Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams including Legal, Sales, Professional Services, and Finance

• 2+ years of experience in contract administration or a law clerk role preferred
• This role offers the opportunity to develop deep expertise in SaaS and commercial contract administration within a global technology company.

You’ll collaborate with teams across Legal, Sales, Finance, and Professional Services, gaining insight into how deals move through the business and how contracts enable growth.
You’ll join a collaborative team that values precision, efficiency, and continuous improvement while giving you the autonomy to manage your work and develop your skills.
This is a remote role with occasional visits to our Waterloo headquarters. We are a global organization using English as a primary language, job descriptions and communication available in the local languages where required. #LI-Remote.
Salary Range: $45,000–$60,000 CAD. We prioritize work-life balance and foster an environment with the space to take ownership, to be heard, and to carve a path for your individual accomplishments to help drive our success. We offer competitive compensation, great benefits, remote and flexible work hours, and the opportunity to join a company on an awesome mission with a great existing team and trajectory.

Descartes also has a deep sense of environmental responsibility. Learn more about how we helped our customers save over 552,000 metric tons of CO2 in 2020 by reducing fuel and paper consumption: Join a team that’s committed to working with customers to conserve resources and enhance sustainability.
We conduct a mix of in-person and virtual interviews. Virtual interviews are held via Microsoft Teams and are recorded and transcribed. We may utilize AI tools to support our hiring team in notetaking, summarization, and internal training. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, provincial, or local law. Descartes is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. Applicants in North America with a disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process can email us at View email address on canada.jobradars.com request will be responded to as soon as possible.